Ixtapa

$153+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Ixtapa (ZIH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ZIH
Feb 28 — Mar 71
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Ixtapa

Cheapest flights from Salinas to Ixtapa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Ixtapa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/86:00 am
SFO
-
ZIH
1 stop7h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 3/144:57 pm
ZIH
-
SFO
Nonstop4h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$344
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2110:36 pm
SFO
-
ZIH
1 stop10h 42m
Delta
Thu 2/261:58 pm
ZIH
-
SFO
1 stop8h 01m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/2511:35 pm
SFO
-
ZIH
1 stop11h 59m
American Airlines
Wed 3/43:39 pm
ZIH
-
SFO
1 stop8h 28m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$354
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2511:55 pm
SFO
-
ZIH
1 stop17h 30m
Aeromexico
Sat 5/211:55 am
ZIH
-
SFO
2 stops11h 12m
Aeromexico
Deal found 1/26$357
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/2312:26 pm
SFO
-
ZIH
1 stop24h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 3/263:24 pm
ZIH
-
SFO
1 stop17h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1111:59 pm
SFO
-
ZIH
1 stop10h 52m
United Airlines
Mon 3/1612:59 pm
ZIH
-
SFO
1 stop19h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$362
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2211:55 pm
SFO
-
ZIH
1 stop17h 30m
Aeromexico
Thu 4/307:15 pm
ZIH
-
SFO
2 stops16h 00m
Aeromexico
Deal found 1/29$376
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/211:55 pm
SFO
-
ZIH
1 stop17h 30m
Aeromexico
Mon 5/411:42 am
ZIH
-
SFO
2 stops23h 33m
Aeromexico
Deal found 1/28$388
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/36:00 am
SFO
-
ZIH
2 stops11h 25m
Aeromexico
Mon 5/411:42 am
ZIH
-
SFO
2 stops23h 33m
Aeromexico
Deal found 1/28$393

Find flight deals from Salinas to Ixtapa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Ixtapa flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$344
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$153
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$478
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl flight deals.
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From Salinas to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
One-way flight from Salinas to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas to Ixtapa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Ixtapa that are best for you.

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Salinas

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Ixtapa

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Return

Price

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Fri 2/20

12:40 am-6:17 pm

2 stops15h 37m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Thu 2/26

1:58 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$352

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sat 4/25

2:30 pm-10:45 am

2 stops19h 15m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 5/2

11:55 am-10:07 pm

2 stops11h 12m

$362

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Wed 4/22

11:00 am-11:07 am

2 stops23h 07m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Thu 4/30

11:42 am-10:15 am

2 stops23h 33m

$387

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

11:55 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 5/5

11:42 am-10:15 am

2 stops23h 33m

$388

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sat 2/21

9:02 am-3:17 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 3/7

5:57 pm-8:33 pm

Nonstop4h 36m

$397

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

10:36 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop12h 19m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Thu 3/5

1:58 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$397

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sat 4/11

8:29 am-1:45 pm

Nonstop4h 16m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 4/17

3:24 pm-7:30 am

1 stop17h 06m

$399

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Tue 4/21

6:00 am-6:25 pm

2 stops11h 25m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 4/29

7:15 pm-10:15 am

2 stops16h 00m

$399

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Wed 4/29

6:00 am-6:25 pm

2 stops11h 25m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 5/4

11:42 am-10:15 am

2 stops23h 33m

$402

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-6:25 pm

2 stops11h 25m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Tue 5/5

7:15 pm-10:15 am

2 stops16h 00m

$402

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Ixtapa

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Ixtapa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Ixtapa. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Salinas to Ixtapa is 44 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Ixtapa?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Ixtapa (average of $199). Flying from Salinas to Ixtapa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $503). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from S9N to ZIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Ixtapa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

When flying from Salinas to Ixtapa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ixtapa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ixtapa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Ixtapa. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from Salinas to Ixtapa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Ixtapa from Salinas?

    Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH), located 9.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Salinas to Ixtapa. 5 airlines have flights to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl from Salinas on a regular basis. Booking flights from Salinas to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Salinas per day.

  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Ixtapa?

    For as low as $352, Delta can have you in Ixtapa from Salinas in 15h 37m. The distance from Salinas to Ixtapa is about 1875 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Ixtapa?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Salinas to Ixtapa? While on average our users pay $467, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $377. The most popular route (San Francisco - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl), is priced around $354.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to Ixtapa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Salinas to Ixtapa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Ixtapa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Salinas to Ixtapa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salinas to Ixtapa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to Ixtapa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Ixtapa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Ixtapa (average of $199). Flying from Salinas to Ixtapa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $503). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Salinas to Ixtapa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$199Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$369Average$542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$377Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$416Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$485Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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